A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-27-2006, 10:13 PM

Well we have been working on the Blazer a little and almost have it ready to lift off of the frame. We will be powder coating the frame and running gear before re-assembly. We got the passinger rocker replaced along with the a little floor, kick, door pillar and back plate. I also had to alter the original door to make a Blazer door out of it. This is an original Challet, so there are lots of mods that have to be made to turn it back into a Blazer...lol What do you think? WES

Rokcrln · 12-27-2006, 10:39 PM

Looking good! I can't wait to get started on my 70 2WD.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

bouncytruck · 12-27-2006, 10:43 PM

Good progress, Wes. What all has to be modified to return it back to a blazer?

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-27-2006, 11:59 PM

Well I had to weld in the vent window post on both doors. I will have to install the reinforcement plate under the bed for the rear seat. (It does not have one nor ever did.) lol The bed rails have to be drilled and sliding nuts installed for the top. Install the weatherstrip lip on the tailgate. Drill and install nutserts (spell) for the little brackets that hold the rear of the top in place. Weld up all of the holes that snaps are in now for the plastic windows. Install the little plates that the rear seat sets on when bolted to the floor. And probably a few other things that I heven't even found yet..lol WES

71jimmy · 12-28-2006, 01:20 AM

I thought Chalets were only offered in '76 and '77????????

vtblazer · 12-28-2006, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71jimmy

I thought Chalets were only offered in '76 and '77????????

Never heard of a 1st gen Chalet.

Any pics of these anywhere?

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-28-2006, 12:56 PM

The first gen blazer may not have been called challets, could have been Blazer camper or something like that. Here are a few pictures that I have found. A couple have pop up tops and another looks to be fiberglass or something. I wish that I could find some original pictures of mine. Most of these were 4X4 and mine is an original 2X4 witch makes it even stranger. lol WES

bouncytruck · 12-28-2006, 01:00 PM

I almost bought one just like that white one about 5 years ago.

**gregfull** · 12-28-2006, 01:52 PM

Wes,

Has this blazer taken the place of the panel build? Just curious, or are you like me working on serveral projects at once?

72armyswbtruck · 12-28-2006, 02:01 PM

WOW, I never knew that these existed, what an interesting camper,sure would be nice to find a surivor

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-28-2006, 04:21 PM

It hasn't replaced the Panel. I have 3 different projects going at once...lol WES

**Yukon Jack** · 12-28-2006, 04:34 PM

Cool to see an update Wes! Gonna be sweet for sure.

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-28-2006, 04:48 PM

Neato, keep the pic's coming

vtblazer · 12-28-2006, 04:55 PM

Very cool pics, thanks for sharing.

I want one now...

**Classic Heartbeat** · 12-29-2006, 10:42 AM

Thanks guys. There should be more to come soon, because I want to have it ready for this summers shows.

WES

77blazerchalet · 03-13-2007, 11:04 PM

Gotta wonder what kind of camper you had, maybe a pure custom? Chalets were '76 & 77 only, brochure links here for those who want to see factory stuff:
http://www.tocmp.com/brochures/GMTru...let-01_jpg.htm
http://www.tocmp.com/brochures/GMTru...nde-01_jpg.htm

And here's one for more general info: http://www.blazerchalet.com/
Plus one for any Chalet / Casa Grande owners / enthusiasts (free signup): http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/...BlazerChalets/

- Russell,
Pheonix, AZ

12-27-2006, 10:13 PM	#1
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer Well we have been working on the Blazer a little and almost have it ready to lift off of the frame. We will be powder coating the frame and running gear before re-assembly. We got the passinger rocker replaced along with the a little floor, kick, door pillar and back plate. I also had to alter the original door to make a Blazer door out of it. This is an original Challet, so there are lots of mods that have to be made to turn it back into a Blazer...lol What do you think? WES Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

12-27-2006, 10:39 PM	#2
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer Looking good! I can't wait to get started on my 70 2WD. Kevin LFD Inc.

12-27-2006, 10:43 PM	#3
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer Good progress, Wes. What all has to be modified to return it back to a blazer? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-27-2006, 11:59 PM	#4
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer Well I had to weld in the vent window post on both doors. I will have to install the reinforcement plate under the bed for the rear seat. (It does not have one nor ever did.) lol The bed rails have to be drilled and sliding nuts installed for the top. Install the weatherstrip lip on the tailgate. Drill and install nutserts (spell) for the little brackets that hold the rear of the top in place. Weld up all of the holes that snaps are in now for the plastic windows. Install the little plates that the rear seat sets on when bolted to the floor. And probably a few other things that I heven't even found yet..lol WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys Last edited by Classic Heartbeat; 12-27-2006 at 11:59 PM.

12-28-2006, 01:20 AM	#5
71jimmy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,084	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer I thought Chalets were only offered in '76 and '77???????? __________________ '71 Jimmy, 350, SM465, NP205, 2in Tuff Country lift, 33s on rallies, TBI, softtop and hardtop "If life was fair you'd be able to afford one of each and a garage large enough to house them all."

12-28-2006, 12:56 PM	#7
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer The first gen blazer may not have been called challets, could have been Blazer camper or something like that. Here are a few pictures that I have found. A couple have pop up tops and another looks to be fiberglass or something. I wish that I could find some original pictures of mine. Most of these were 4X4 and mine is an original 2X4 witch makes it even stranger. lol WES Attached Images __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

12-28-2006, 01:00 PM	#8
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer I almost bought one just like that white one about 5 years ago. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

12-28-2006, 01:52 PM	#9
gregfull Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Richmond, Texas Posts: 598	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer Wes, Has this blazer taken the place of the panel build? Just curious, or are you like me working on serveral projects at once? __________________ My Suburban Project 72 Suburban 68 SWB 57 Belair 55 Cameo 06 Chevy 1/2 ton crew 09 Suburban

12-28-2006, 02:01 PM	#10
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer WOW, I never knew that these existed, what an interesting camper,sure would be nice to find a surivor __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

12-28-2006, 04:21 PM	#11
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer It hasn't replaced the Panel. I have 3 different projects going at once...lol WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

12-28-2006, 04:34 PM	#12
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,683	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer Cool to see an update Wes! Gonna be sweet for sure. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

12-28-2006, 04:48 PM	#13
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,475	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer Neato, keep the pic's coming __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

12-28-2006, 04:55 PM	#14
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,538	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer Very cool pics, thanks for sharing. I want one now...

12-29-2006, 10:42 AM	#15
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer Thanks guys. There should be more to come soon, because I want to have it ready for this summers shows. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-13-2007, 11:04 PM	#16
77blazerchalet former Chalet owner Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Phoenix Posts: 337	Re: A few progress pics of my 70 2WD Blazer Gotta wonder what kind of camper you had, maybe a pure custom? Chalets were '76 & 77 only, brochure links here for those who want to see factory stuff: http://www.tocmp.com/brochures/GMTru...let-01_jpg.htm http://www.tocmp.com/brochures/GMTru...nde-01_jpg.htm And here's one for more general info: http://www.blazerchalet.com/ Plus one for any Chalet / Casa Grande owners / enthusiasts (free signup): http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/...BlazerChalets/ - Russell, Pheonix, AZ



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